Marcia Gay Harden to Recur on Royal Pains

Royal Pains has landed an Oscar winner.

As first reported by Entertainment Weekly, Marcia Gay Harden will recur on the USA hit this summer, as she's booked multiple-episode arc on season two.

The actress will portray Dr. Elizabeth Blair, a surgeon and a board member of Hamptons Heritage Hospital. Look for her to eventually serve as a mentor to Jill.

Harden, also a Tony Award winner, will debut on the show's second season premiere, slated for June 3. She joins guest stars Henry Winkler and Anastasia Griffith on upcoming episodes of Royal Pains.

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